‘Are we next?’ Wizards of the Coast employees move to unionize over layoffs, AI fears

Employees at Wizards of the Coast in Renton announced Monday they’re unionizing with the Communications Workers of America, citing 2025 layoffs, return-to-office mandates, and concerns about AI pressure. Despite Magic: The Gathering posting 45% revenue growth, the studio laid off about 30 workers on the “Sigil” project in March, leaving remaining staff anxious about job security. An election petition has been filed with the National Labor Relations Board.